2007 BMW 550 vs. 1999 Chevrolet S-10
To start off, 2007 BMW 550 is newer by 8 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1999 Chevrolet S-10. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1999 Chevrolet S-10 would be higher. At 4,799 cc (8 cylinders), 2007 BMW 550 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2007 BMW 550 (362 HP @ 6300 RPM) has 185 more horse power than 1999 Chevrolet S-10. (177 HP @ 4400 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2007 BMW 550 should accelerate faster than 1999 Chevrolet S-10. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2007 BMW 550 weights approximately 160 kg more than 1999 Chevrolet S-10. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Let's talk about torque, 2007 BMW 550 (490 Nm @ 3400 RPM) has 158 more torque (in Nm) than 1999 Chevrolet S-10. (332 Nm @ 2800 RPM). This means 2007 BMW 550 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1999 Chevrolet S-10.
Compare all specifications:
| 2007 BMW 550 | 1999 Chevrolet S-10 | |
| Make | BMW | Chevrolet |
| Model | 550 | S-10 |
| Year Released | 2007 | 1999 |
| Body Type | Sedan | Pickup |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 4799 cc | 4293 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Horse Power | 362 HP | 177 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6300 RPM | 4400 RPM |
| Torque | 490 Nm | 332 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3400 RPM | 2800 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 3 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 1660 kg | 1500 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4850 mm | 5210 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1470 mm | 1730 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1850 mm | 1600 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2890 mm | 3130 mm |
